Arvyn Cerezo

Manila, Philippines

Editor in Chief at La Jornada Filipina

Senior Contributing Writer at Book Riot

Books journalist. Currently @BookRiot. 📚 reviewer @PublishersWkly. Byline @SCMPNews, @philstarlife, etc. He/they.

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8 New YA Books Featuring AANHPI Voices

1 week ago | bookriot.com | Arvyn Cerezo

Penguin Young ReadersEnjoy stories all year long from romance novels, thrillers to fantasies to celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month!Discrimination against Asians has only increased since the disastrous election last year and the installation of the returning president. Americans of Asian descent are at risk of racism and violence as a result of the sitting president’s vitriolic rhetoric and policies against them.
Spicy Romance is All the Rage. Why Isn't Erotica Getting the Same Attention?

3 weeks ago | bookriot.com | Arvyn Cerezo

This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. The continued rise of romance, thanks in part to TikTok, paved the way for more “spicy” books, the most popular of which are under the subgenre romantasy, a portmanteau of romance and fantasy.
8 of the Best New M/M Romantasy Books

1 month ago | bookriot.com | Arvyn Cerezo

Romantasy, a portmanteau of romance and fantasy, has grown in popularity over the last two years. Books in this subgenre typically feature straight couples, with an emphasis on heteronormative relationship styles. But despite the subgenre’s enormous success in the publishing landscape, there appears to be a lack of representation for LGBTQ folks. Why are there so few romantasy books featuring gay relationships, particularly between two men? “I believe there’s two reasons for this.
Five New Reading Tracker Apps to Try

Feb 12, 2025 | bookriot.com | Arvyn Cerezo

Once upon a time, Goodreads was the holy grail for tracking books, in addition to being an all-around bookish website. Many readers, however, fell out of love, bemoaning the platform’s outdated design and a dearth of necessary features. And since it’s associated with Amazon, many have sworn to have nothing to do with it. This is compounded by the many issues that plagued Goodreads over the years, such as the rise of bot reviewers, review bombing, and harassment of authors among other vile things.
Goodbye, Goodreads: Five New Reading Tracker Apps to Try

Feb 12, 2025 | flipboard.com | Arvyn Cerezo

1 hour agoThe secret to cheap flights? It’s not Google—it’s thisFind flights so cheap, you’ll book just because. The dream: taking off somewhere warm while everyone else is buried in snow. The reality? Travel prices are a constant rollercoaster. But here’s a little hint: Google Flights and Expedia don’t show every deal available.
8 New Must-Read Memoirs That Will Take You Around the World

Jan 30, 2025 | bookriot.com | Arvyn Cerezo

National Geographic BooksThis searing memoir recounts one woman's epic journey to trace the global slave trade across the Atlantic Ocean—and find her place in the world. When Tara Roberts first caught sight of a photograph at Smithsonian’s Museum depicting the underwater archaeology group Diving With a Purpose, it called out to her. Here were Black women and men strapping on masks, fins, and tanks to explore Atlantic Ocean waters, seeking the wrecks of slave ships long lost in time.
Is BookTok Past Its Peak?

Dec 23, 2024 | bookriot.com | Arvyn Cerezo

BookTok has undoubtedly made significant contributions to the publishing industry. It increased backlist sales, served as a marketing vehicle for frontlists, launched new authors, and generated revenue for both publishers and bookstores. But most importantly, the community inspired many young people to read—it bred new readers who will eventually seek out other books not recommended on the platform. Whether you like it or not, BookTok has moved the needle in an ailing industry.
Is BookTok Past Its Peak?

Dec 4, 2024 | bookriot.com | Arvyn Cerezo

BookTok has undoubtedly made significant contributions to the publishing industry. It increased backlist sales, served as a marketing vehicle for frontlists, launched new authors, and generated revenue for both publishers and bookstores. But most importantly, the community inspired many young people to read—it bred new readers who will eventually seek out other books not recommended on the platform. Whether you like it or not, BookTok has moved the needle in an ailing industry.
The Best Kindle Page Turners

Nov 14, 2024 | bookriot.com | Arvyn Cerezo

Winter’s fast approaching. It’s cold, and we just want to curl up under the blankets. Kindle readers know all too well how bothersome it is to lift our fingers from under the warm blankets to tap the screen to turn pages. In my case, I sometimes read while sitting at my desk with the Kindle on a stand, and it can be inconvenient to constantly lift my arm to tap the screen.
8 Immersive New Epic Fantasy YA Books

Oct 29, 2024 | bookriot.com | Arvyn Cerezo

Epic ReadsReturn to the world of mythical female warriors in Warrior of Legend, the epic finale to the immersive Heromakers fantasy duology that began with Champion of Fate! Will Reed be able to survive this war with her chosen family—and her heart—intact? From #1 New York Times bestselling author Kendare blake, Warrior of Legend is a must-read for fans of Victoria Aveyard and Shelby Mahurin!If I pick up an epic fantasy book, it had better completely suck me in.